Last orders was called October 4 at noon, as the last beer was pulled and the gunshots rang out from the foot of the Bavaria statue. Oktoberfest is over, until next year, when the beer tents will ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Don Tse is a beverage alcohol writer covering business and innovation. An estimated 6.5 million liters (1.7 million gallons) of ...

Oktoberfest is a time to celebrate the burgeoning fall weather, sample German beers, cuisine, and, of course, don some festive lederhosen while doing it. Whether you are hoping to celebrate with ...

Dust off the dirndles and lederhosen – the start of fall also means the return of Oktoberfests in Philadelphia. The festivals, inspired by the annual celebration in Munich, Germany, bring together ...

Summer might be Chicago’s biggest festival season, but the city also goes all out in early fall to celebrate Oktoberfest. The area’s strong German heritage means you’ll find plenty of communities ...

Oktoberfest attracted 6.7 million visitors in 2024, celebrating over 18 days in its birthplace, Munich. However, this year, interest is already on the rise. For instance, Google searches in the UK for ...